Job Description

Pharmacy Technician

Orlando, Florida

Position Summary

Kelly Government Solutions is seeking qualified Pharmacy Technicians to support Pharmacy Services at the Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) . Pharmacy services are delivered in a state-of-the-art medical treatment facility , and all duties must be performed in accordance with nationally recognized pharmacy practice standards . The Pharmacy Technician will support licensed pharmacists in providing safe, accurate, and timely medication services to Veterans.

The standard of care shall meet or exceed national standards established by:

• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) – Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

OR

• National Healthcareer Association (NHA) – Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Pharmacy Technicians shall perform duties consistent with their scope of practice and VA policies, including but not limited to:

Medication Preparation and Distribution

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, dispensing, and distributing medications for inpatient and outpatient use
• Accurately fill medication orders, including unit dose, bulk compounding, and sterile or non-sterile preparations as assigned
• Label medications appropriately and ensure proper packaging and storage

Prescription Processing

• Receive, review, and interpret medication orders under pharmacist supervision
• Enter prescription and patient data into VA pharmacy information systems with a high degree of accuracy
• Resolve basic prescription issues and refer clinical questions to pharmacists

Inventory and Supply Management

• Maintain medication inventories, including ordering, receiving, stocking, rotating, and removing expired medications
• Assist with controlled substance accountability in accordance with VA regulations
• Maintain pharmacy automation systems (e.g., Pyxis or similar dispensing equipment)

Customer and Veteran Service

• Provide courteous, professional service to Veterans, caregivers, and VA staff
• Answer basic pharmacy-related questions and direct clinical inquiries to licensed pharmacists
• Support a patient-centered care environment aligned with VA’s mission and values

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Adhere to all VA, federal, state, and facility-specific pharmacy regulations and policies
• Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and VA privacy requirements
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and inspections as required

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active national pharmacy technician certification , one of the following:
• PTCB – Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
• NHA – Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT)
• Ability to pass all VA background and credentialing requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous pharmacy technician experience in a hospital, clinic, or government healthcare setting
• Experience with VA pharmacy systems or electronic health records
• Knowledge of medication safety practices and sterile compounding (if applicable)

Work Environment

• State-of-the-art VA medical facility
• Collaborative interdisciplinary healthcare setting
• May require standing, walking, lifting pharmacy supplies, and working shifts aligned with pharmacy operations

About Kelly Government Solutions

Kelly Government Solutions partners with federal agencies to deliver high-quality healthcare and professional services. We are committed to supporting mission-driven work that improves care for Veterans while providing meaningful career opportunities for healthcare professionals.

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